During springtime in Orlando, the arts are in bloom. The beautiful weather inspires many to celebrate with free outdoor events. Discover the cultural side of Orlando at one of these art festivals in Central Florida.
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Indie-Folkfest at the Mennello Museum
February 15
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Mennello Museum of American Art, Orlando
- FREE family-friendly event that celebrates community, gathering for the arts, food, and local artists.
Winter Park Weekend of the Arts
February 20 through 23
- Events planned throughout Winter Park to celebrate the arts including performances and unique exhibits.
- Many of the events are FREE, some require a ticket.
Uptown Art Expo
March 28 through 30
Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs
- FREE admission and parking.
- Celebrate art and music during this free festival featuring jewelry, glass, mosaics, painting, photography, sculptures and live music. Kick off the weekend with a FREE concert at the amphitheater on Friday night. The event also features a chalk street painting competition, street performers, kids’ activities, and food and drinks for purchase.
Annual Windermere Fine Art Show
March 1 and 2
Downtown Windermere
- FREE outdoor show with 85 artist vendors, food, music, and more.
Wekiva PaintOut
February 24 through March 1
Wekiva Springs State Park and Wekiva Island
- Phenomenal landscape artists will paint all week in and around the Wekiwa Springs State Park, along the Wekiva River, and at Wekiva Island during the annual Wekiva PaintOut. Artists will use the outdoors as their inspiration, developing masterpieces outside “en plein air.”
- They have a full schedule of events. Most events are free or only require admission to Wekiva Island or Wekiva Springs State Park.
Lake Mary Heathrow Festival of the Arts
March 8 and 9
Colonial TownPark
- FREE admission. Experience fine art and craft exhibits, kids’ art activities, enjoy live entertainment, and savor appetizing treats from local food trucks.
Mount Dora Spring Festival
March 15 and 16
Historic downtown Mount Dora
- FREE to attend. Tw0-day street festival featuring more than 250 craft exhibitors and original artists that set up to sell their unique offerings to the public on the streets of the historic downtown walking district of Mount Dora.
- Free shuttle parking
66th Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
March 21 through 23
Central Park, Winter Park
- FREE admission. This wildly popular art festival is one of the nation’s oldest (debuted in 1960!), largest and most prestigious juried outdoor art festivals. Stroll through Central Park to admire paintings, photos and sculptures. You can also enjoy free admission to the Morse Museum during a special open house event the weekend of the festival.
DeLand Outdoor Art Festival
March 29 and 30
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Earl Brown Park
- FREE admission to the 54th annual fine arts juried show in historic downtown DeLand.
- Local artisans will offer their work ranging from handmade jewelry, clothing, soaps, and infused products to carved wooden toys. Country, folk, bluegrass, blues, and other musical performances will be going on throughout this year’s festival.
Spring Fiesta in the Park
April 5 and 6
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Lake Eola Park
- FREE admission. This festival focuses on family-friendly arts and entertainment. Food vendors on site. Pets welcome too.
St. John’s River Festival of the Arts
April 26 and 27
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
First Street, downtown Sanford
- FREE admission. Historic downtown Sanford will transform into an art mecca where you can see art in action, and even create your own artwork. Stroll along the brick streets to experience work from some of the best artists in the country. Enjoy food from the Culinary Arts Court and live music from talented performers.
